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Jared Kushner, the Middle East envoy for US President Donald Trump, has arrived in Israel for a scheduled meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The visit follows Kushner’s participation in discussions with Hamas leadership regarding a proposed peace plan for Gaza.
Kushner met with Hamas delegation leader Khalil al-Hayya in Egypt on Sunday, marking a significant diplomatic engagement. The discussions centered on implementing Trump’s 15-point peace proposal, which includes the disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups, Israeli military withdrawal from Gaza, and reconstruction efforts under Palestinian civilian administration. International mediators from the Board of Peace, Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey were also present at the talks.
However, Netanyahu rejected the plan last week, citing the need for complete Hamas disarmament before any Israeli troop withdrawal. His position reflects domestic political pressure from coalition partners who favor continued military operations in Gaza. Eight Muslim nations jointly condemned Israel’s rejection of the proposal, warning it undermines peace efforts. Hamas has called on mediators to compel Israel to accept the roadmap, while tensions persist over ceasefire compliance, with both sides accusing each other of violations.
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